TACLOBAN CITY — Esports fever gripped local gaming communities on Saturday, October 17, 2026, as SM Savemore Market Tacloban transformed its Third Level activity space into an arena for the Otaku Clash: Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Tournament.
Organized in partnership with the Tacloban Otaku Network, the two-day offline showcase runs through Sunday, October 18, bringing together competitive amateur squads, casual gaming enthusiasts, and mallgoers across Leyte.
Battle In The Land Of Dawn
The tournament features face-to-face team-versus-team brackets, testing squad coordination, pick-and-ban drafting strategies, and fast-paced team fights:
High-Stakes Bracket Action: Local squads are battling through elimination rounds for a shot at the championship crown and cash prize pool.
Live Community Showcase: Spectators and fans can watch high-tier gameplay unfold live on venue display monitors.
Fan Engagement & Side Events: Organizers have scheduled mini-games, esports trivia challenges, and youth activities throughout match breaks across the weekend.
Growing Tacloban’s Grass-Roots Esports Scene
The initiative reflects the rising popularity of competitive mobile gaming across Eastern Visayas, where youth groups and retail venues regularly collaborate to provide structured platforms for local esports talent.
Mallgoers and gaming barkadas are invited to cheer for their favorite local squads at the venue through Sunday evening.
